On 2 November in poetry and history
Poets born or who died on this date, plus historical events that happened on this day across history.
610 poets with calendar dates · 6,535 events with calendar dates in the catalogue
2 death anniversaries · 9 world events on 2 November
Death anniversaries
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Louise Imogen Guiney
7 January 1861 – 2 November 1920 (~59)
Died 2 November 1920 — 106 years ago on this date
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World events on this day
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Alois Senefelder Invents Lithography
In 1796, Alois Senefelder invented lithography, a chemical printing technique that revolutionized the printing industry. By exploiting the immiscibility of oil and water, lithography allowed for the rapid and cost-effective printing of text and illustrations. This innovation democratized access to printed materials, facilitating the spread of information and art, and laid the groundwork for modern printing techniques.
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Balfour Declaration and Zionist Movement
The Balfour Declaration of 1917 was a pivotal statement by the British government expressing support for a Jewish national home in Palestine. This declaration emerged during World War I and was influenced by the growing Zionist movement and geopolitical considerations. Its implications were profound, as it laid the groundwork for future conflicts in the region and significantly shaped the trajectory of Jewish and Arab relations in the 20th century.
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First commercial radio broadcast from KDKA in Pittsburgh
In November 1920, station KDKA in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania broadcast the results of the Harding-Cox presidential election, widely considered the first commercial radio broadcast in history. Operated by Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company, the Pittsburgh station transmitted election returns to an estimated audience of several hundred listeners using electrical radio transmitters. This broadcast marked the beginning of radio as a mass medium, fundamentally changing how information, entertainment, and eventually poetry reached the American public.
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First Regular BBC Television Service
On November 2, 1936, the BBC launched the world's first regular public high-definition television service from Alexandra Palace in London. This innovative service marked a significant milestone in broadcasting technology and cultural communication, paving the way for the global television industry. The introduction of television changed how information and entertainment were consumed, influencing public opinion and culture in unprecedented ways.
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Duke of Lennox ratifies Montgomerie's pension
On 2 November 1591 Ludovic Stewart, second Duke of Lennox, formally ratified Alexander Montgomerie's pension for 'guid and thankfull service done and to be done'. The ratification occurred while the duke claimed rights to the bishopric of Glasgow, on whose revenues the pension was charged. The document underscores the continuing patronage Montgomerie enjoyed from his Stewart kinsmen at the Scottish court.
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Dandridge is profiled and sketched in the Cincinnati Post
On 2 November 1926, Cincinnati Post journalist Alfred Segal and artist Manuel Rosenberg presented Dandridge to local readers in Cincinnati, Ohio. Rosenberg sketched him, and Segal quoted his poem Color Blind. The feature recognised him publicly as a poet of accomplishment rather than merely as an object of pity.
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Emergence of Microfinance with Grameen Bank
In 1983, Muhammad Yunus founded the Grameen Bank in Bangladesh, pioneering the concept of microfinance to provide small loans to the impoverished without requiring collateral. This innovative approach aimed to empower the poor, particularly women, by enabling them to start small businesses and improve their livelihoods. The success of Grameen Bank has inspired similar initiatives worldwide, highlighting the potential of microcredit in alleviating poverty and fostering economic development.
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Cyber Warfare Early Concepts
In 1988, the Morris Worm, created by Robert Tappan Morris, became one of the first computer worms to spread across the internet, demonstrating the vulnerabilities of interconnected systems. This incident highlighted the potential for cyber warfare, as it inadvertently caused significant disruption and raised awareness about the need for cybersecurity measures. The event marked a turning point in how governments and organizations viewed the internet's security landscape.
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Balfour Declaration on Education (technical)
In 1899, the Balfour Declaration advanced technical education in Britain to bolster industrial competitiveness through government support for science and skills training. It responded to economic challenges. The policy influenced modern vocational and STEM education frameworks.